A professional development resource for Environmental Science and Policy alumni at the University of Maryland, College Park.

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Community Planning Position

Kristina Carroll (2008, Environmental Restoration and Management) writes: "I encourage those interested in applying to contact me at Kristina.carroll.2@us.af.mil for assistance through the application process. For more information about the PALACE Acquire process, please contact Kerry Williston at Kerry.williston@us.af.mil" Applications are only accepted until 5 Oct.

This position
is open to those who have graduated within the last 2 years. The position is a
PALACE Acquire position, which means that you have a 1-2 year trial period
before being placed in a stable government position. There are locations
throughout the US, but I work at McGuire Air Force Base in NJ. Duties include land use planning, environmental planning, facility
site planning, and airfield planning.

1. Must be graduated by the start date or have graduated within
the last 2 years from a nationally or regionally accredited college or
university.
2. Qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the Office of
Personnel Management Pathways guidelines. You can also visit: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/index-Standards.asp for additional
qualification standards.
3. Must have a degree in Community Planning or related degree.
4. Have a good academic standing (no less than 2.95 cumulative GPA on a 4.0
grading scale).
5. Meet the qualification standards of the position.
6. Provide proof of US Citizenship.

Three (3) positions for new/recent graduates

See application info in Careers4Terps if it's not included below.

Desired Major(s):Behavioral and Social Sciences/Geographical
Sciences, Behavioral and Social Sciences/Government and Politics, Behavioral
and Social Sciences/Geospatial Information Sciences (GRAD), Behavioral and
Social Sciences/Environmental Science & Policy,

Location: Alexandria, Virginia (United States)

Description: The
American Geosciences Institute (AGI) has an immediate opening for a Program
Associate to work in our innovative Critical Issues program making impartial
geoscience information more accessible to decision makers, particularly at state
and local levels. This is a full-time position based at AGI headquarters in
Alexandria, Va.

We seek candidates who are enthusiastic about promoting the
importance of the geosciences to diverse audiences. The Program Associate will
be the lead organizer for Critical Issues Forums, which are a key component of
the program. S/he will work closely with the Critical Issues team to plan,
organize, and publicize Critical Issues webinars, create geoscience-based
content for the website, build strong audience participation in the program,
and to serve all the needs of a developing program.

Candidates must be able to work collaboratively and
tactfully with AGI staff and many external stakeholders; have superb
organizational skills including scheduling time, tasks, and other people
effectively, and paying careful attention to detail; have excellent written,
verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; have strong computing skills
(Word, Excel, Twitter essential; graphics and web page content management
desirable); and candidates should understand the scope, content, and value of
the geosciences.

Master’s or higher degree in geoscience, science
communication, or science policy strongly preferred. Experience in outreach,
event management, and/or science communication desired. Candidates must already
be eligible to work in the United States.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, salary
expectations, names and contact information for three references to jobs@agiweb.org, listing “Critical Issues
Program Associate” in the subject line. Review will begin on 8 September 2015;
the position will remain open until filled. AGI is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

The American Geosciences Institute is a nonprofit federation
of geoscientific and professional associations that represent more than 250,000
geologists, geophysicists, and other geoscientists. Founded in 1948, AGI
provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared
interests in the profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience
education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the
geosciences play in society's use of resources, resiliency to natural hazards,
and interaction with the environment. http://www.americangeosciences.org/.

Description: The
Chesapeake Bay Trust is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Program
Coordinator on our grants administration team. The Program Coordinator will
serve as the lead for a stormwater restoration project rebate program focused
on homeowners and other landowners in Prince George’s County. Duties will
include soliciting, reviewing, and administering rebate requests from
individual homeowners, businesses, non-profit groups and other landowners and
working with our Prince George’s County partners. Site visits prior to and after
rebate project completion will be required, with an anticipated average of
three days office work and two days in the field per week. The Program
Coordinator position will also contribute to other programs, including our
environmental education work and other programs as the Program Coordinator
progresses at the Trust. The position will report to the Director of Programs
and Partnerships.

Established in 1985, the Chesapeake Bay Trust is a private,
non-profit, grantmaking institution dedicated to promoting public awareness and
participation in the restoration and protection of the Chesapeake Bay. In the
past decade, the Trust has doubled its grantmaking, with current annual
grant-making of $9 million. The individual will be a key member of a thirteen-person
staff and his/her lead program will be a key components of a portfolio of grant
programs focused on K-12 environmental education, citizen engagement, and
on-the-ground restoration. The Trust embraces professional development and aims
to help the successful candidate advance in his/her career, learn about the
social science underpinnings of residential stormwater incentive programs, and
become involved in other aspects of grant-making in watershed restoration and
education.

Duties

Serve as lead of the Trust-Prince George’s County Raincheck Rebate Program,
including:

Description:
Leading global infrastructure advisory group seeks intern with GIS skills for
its internet startup located in Dupont .

About us: CG/LA Infrastructure focuses on the creation of long-term
value in the world's infrastructure markets. Our goal is to support the
doubling of global infrastructure investment by 2020. Infrastructure is the
internal framework for a country, allowing its economy and its citizens to be
productive and healthy. CG/LA provides public and private sector firms with
services based on over two decades of working in various infrastructure sectors
in the developed and developing world.

We are looking for an intern excited to use his or her
technical abilities with GIS to serve an instrumental role in the constant
improvement of this sophisticated platform. He or she must also enjoy the
challenges that come with working in a dynamic work environment and with a
rapidly growing knowledge platform.

Responsibilities: Because CG/LA is a small firm, GIS interns are given the
opportunity to take ownership of the GViP Platform through:

Using their experience and abilities with GIS to improve the
platform’s mapping function;

How to Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and a cover
letter to hr@cg-la.com noting GViP Intern in
the subject line. Thank you for your interest in becoming an intern for CG-LA
Infrastructure.

Job Function: Computer
Science/Statistics, Engineering, Research

Duration:
Four Months

Approximate Hours Per Week: 20-40

Salary Level: Stipend:
Part time $100/month Full time $250/month

Qualifications:

Undergraduate student in their final year, or graduate
student, with background in Business, Marketing, Economics, Engineering or
Computer Science

Experience and significant comfort with GIS, either from
previous academic or professional experience

Spanish or Portuguese desirable

Exceptional oral and writing communications skills

Capacity to operate and interact with high-level executives

Ability to work independently and in a group setting

High-level research and organizational skills

Must be highly organized, detailed oriented, self-motivated
and able to work in a dynamic and fast

Friday, September 11, 2015

South FL butterfly field technician

The Florida Museum of Natural History’s McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity, University of Florida seeks a technician to assist with field surveys and associated conservation-related recovery actions or research projects focused on several critically imperiled butterflies
in the Florida Keys
.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Conducts regular field surveys for federally listed or critically imperiled butterfly species by monitoring known sites to ascertain site occupation and habitat quality; assists with specific field research projects to be determined; assists with specific recovery actions including population augmentation or reintroduction as needed; collects accurate records of all data collected; inputs and summarizes biotic and abiotic data; operates watercraft to perform survey and research activities.

basic seamanship. The course includes both classroom and on-the-water instruction.

Ability to maintain accurate records and follow assigned protocols.

Ability to work independently and in harsh environments. Locations may be remote such as back-country/uninhabited Keys.

PROJECT LOCATION: Big Pine Key, Monroe County, FL. Work will be completed at various locations.

COMPENSATION: This is a temporary, hourly wage position (OPS) - 40 hours per week at a rate of $12 per hour for up to 12 months.

HOUSING: Housing will be provided for the positon by the Florida Keys Refuge Complex. Housing consists of a shared unit termed the "bunkhouse" where visiting researchers, students and volunteers stay while assisting the refuge in a variety of resource management activities. Each person is provided with a single room (in a four room building) which generally has a twin bed, chair, desk and dresser. The common areas include a fully stocked kitchen, living room with TV and DVD player (cable is not provided), laundry room and two bathrooms. Internet is not provided by the government but is frequently established by residents who share the monthly cost. There are outdoor shower facilities also available. The bunkhouse is located within a mile of grocery and dining facilities on Big Pine Key.

FOR QUESTIONS OR TO APPLY: please email Dr. Jaret Daniels (jdaniels@flmnh.ufl.edu) and Geena Hill (ghill@flmnh.ufl.edu). Applicants please include a resume or short CV.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Envirorun - a DC listserv for environmentalists

I am writing to
tell you about an organization that will be a resource for UMD students and alumni. The
group is called Envirorun. We have monthly speakers addressing interesting topics such as
climate change and environmental issues.

I would like to invite ENSP students and young alumni as this could be a great way for them to explore future internship and
career opportunities while gaining a better understanding of ongoing projects
at the govt, NGOs and other orgs.

To learn more, go to: Envirorun on Facebook or their webpage. Students and alumni can subscribe to the listserv on the website.

The Department
of Environmental Science & Technology is seeking to fill a
position of Lecturer. This person will also serve as the Academic Advisor for
our undergraduate program. This person will assist in teaching and help grow
and contribute to the enhancement and innovation of undergraduate teaching
and administration of the undergraduate office. Approximately 50% of the
duties involve teaching undergraduate courses. Other duties involve working
with faculty to help innovate our undergraduate program. This includes
undergraduate advising, providing courteous service to students, parents, and
the campus community. Must be able to work with students, faculty, and
administrators as well as excellent public speaking, writing, and
interpersonal skills.